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M488 VJL

2005 Mazda Bongo

Green Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,318 mi
Last recorded54,318 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM488 VJL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2012 54,318 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 53,943 miles

n/s/r tyre splitting on outer side-wall

Pass 14 Jun 2010 49,682 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 42,861 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 39,844 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 36,392 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo?

Based on 251,584 MOT tests across 14,362 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
5,064
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
14,362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 6,854
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,786
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,443
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,607
Registration plate lamp not working 3,890
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M488 VJL is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Green with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 133,806 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 6,854 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M488 VJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M488 VJL?

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What year was M488 VJL registered?

M488 VJL is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is M488 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M488 VJL shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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